Auctions: comic books in 'Manga', graded by CGC

2nd and later printings. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. The original high-school comedy from the creator of Ranma 1/2! Invaders from outer space are just part of a normal school day for Lum, bikini-clad alien princess, and her unwilling fiancé Ataru, the most lecherous teenage loser in the world. Now meet Lum's archrival, the cute, sweet-tempered, and homicidal Ran, who's returned to Earth to get revenge! Look on in horror, stupefaction or maybe just amusement as Ran sends a drone to take over Ataru's feeble mind; vies for the affection of Lum's ex-fiancé, the shapechanging Ran; clones Ataru; and fools with the source of Lum's power, her horns! Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

1st printing.

Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi.

By Ranma 1/2 and Maison Ikkoku creator Rumiko Takahashi!

Poor teenage Ataru's life has never returned to normal since volatile extraterrestrial princess Lum fell for him... And the wacky friends and foes her tiger-striped bikini-clad presence seems to attract only makes things even worse!

This time, Lum's diminutive cousin Ten bursts onto the scene! Pesky, precocious, fire-breathing Ten sports a tiger-striped diaper and those trademark alien horns, but has the preoccupations of a testosterone-fueled adolescent. Ten spices up the lives of the entire cast of Lum, from hot (literally) dates with gorgeous school nurse Sakura to male-bonding at the ski races, and heats up their holidays, from the alien festival of Setsubun to a very untraditional Valentine's Day!

The fourth Return of Lum graphic novel, Trouble Times Ten collects the second half of monthly series The Return of Lum Part Two and the first issue of Part Three.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 168 pages, B&W.

Cover price $15.95.

2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi.

By Ranma 1/2 and Maison Ikkoku creator Rumiko Takahashi!

Poor teenage Ataru's life has never returned to normal since volatile extraterrestrial princess Lum fell for him... And the wacky friends and foes her tiger-striped bikini-clad presence seems to attract only makes things even worse!

This time, Lum's diminutive cousin Ten bursts onto the scene! Pesky, precocious, fire-breathing Ten sports a tiger-striped diaper and those trademark alien horns, but has the preoccupations of a testosterone-fueled adolescent. Ten spices up the lives of the entire cast of Lum, from hot (literally) dates with gorgeous school nurse Sakura to male-bonding at the ski races, and heats up their holidays, from the alien festival of Setsubun to a very untraditional Valentine's Day!

The fourth Return of Lum graphic novel, Trouble Times Ten collects the second half of monthly series The Return of Lum Part Two and the first issue of Part Three.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 168 pages, B&W.

Cover price $15.95.

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "To Till!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. The amazing manga version of the hit animated series! When she was young, Utena Tenjou fell into a roaring river only to be rescued by a mysterious man - her prince. Since that day, Utena became determined to grow up to be, not a princess, but a strong and noble prince. From veteran shôjo artist Chiho Saito comes the story of a girl with the power to not only change her life, but to revolutionize the world. In this volume, following a string of clues from her prince, Utena has entered the prestigious Ohtori Academy only to be challenged to a sword duel by the Student Council Vice President, and she wins! The prize? By winning the duel, Utena has inadvertently become engaged to Anthy Himemiya-the "Rose Bride!" Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

1st Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing. "To Plant!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. In this volume: Jealous of Utena's abilities, Juri faces off against her supposed rival in another bizarre duel. But against Juri's superior skill, it will take a miracle for Utena to beat her! Then, Utena has become good friends with Miki, another member of the mysterious student council. But due to the manipulations of the enigmatic entity known as World's End, Miki chooses to challenge Utena to a duel! Can Utena bring herself to raise a sword against her friend? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

1st Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. "To Sprout!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. Through skill and cunning, Utena has defeated every duelist on campus. That is, all but one-Touga Kiryuu! During the duel, Touga reveals to Utena that he is in fact the prince she has been searching for all her life! Is Touga's assertion real, or just a ploy to throw Utena off? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

1st Edition - Volume 4 - 1st printing. "To Bud!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. Still searching for her elusive prince who saved her life as a young girl, Utena now faces her toughest challenge yet: the romantic overtures of Akio Ohtori. Can she trust the handsome but rakish older man? And, if so, will he be able to help her ascend to the castle in the sky? After one night of passion, Utena hopes the power of love will change her destiny forever. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition (Shojo Edition) - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "To Till!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. New smaller size and lower price! The amazing manga that inspired the hit animated series! When she was young, Utena Tenjou accidentally fell into a roaring river only to be rescued by a mysterious man-her prince. Since that day, Utena is determined to grow up to be not a princess, but a strong and noble prince. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition (Shojo Edition) - Volume 1 - 2nd or later printings. "To Till!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. New smaller size and lower price! The amazing manga that inspired the hit animated series! When she was young, Utena Tenjou accidentally fell into a roaring river only to be rescued by a mysterious man-her prince. Since that day, Utena is determined to grow up to be not a princess, but a strong and noble prince. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition (Shojo Edition) - Volume 2 - 1st printing. "To Plant!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. New smaller size and lower price! The amazing manga that inspired the hit animated series! When she was young, Utena Tenjou accidentally fell into a roaring river only to be rescued by a mysterious man-her prince. Since that day, Utena is determined to grow up to be not a princess, but a strong and noble prince. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition (Shojo Edition) - Volume 3 - 1st printing. "To Sprout!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. With every step she takes, Utena Tenjou finds herself closer and closer to the prince she so desperately seeks. The Power of Dios lives in the Castle in the Sky and Utena knows that eventually her destiny will take her there. Is Touga's professed love for real? And to confuse matters even further, Utena is about to meet Akio Ohtori, a college student who also serves as her school's chairman of the board. Like Touga, Akio harbors a secret of his own. Both men play an important part in Utena's future. What that is, however, has yet to be determined. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Shojo Edition - Volume 4 - 1st printing. "To Bud!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. Still searching for her elusive prince who saved her life as a young girl, Utena now faces her toughest challenge yet: the romantic overtures of Akio Ohtori. Can she trust the handsome but rakish older man? And, if so, will he be able to help her ascend to the castle in the sky? After one night of passion, Utena hopes the power of love will change her destiny forever. Softcover, 200 pages, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Shojo Edition - Volume 5 - 1st printing. "To Blossom!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. This is it. After spending seven years pining for her long-lost prince, Utena Tenjou's journey is finally coming to an end. As a little girl, her life was saved by a mysterious older man. And now, after all these years, the time has finally come for Utena and her rescuing prince to be reunited. During her stay at Ohtori Academy, Utena has partaken in the student council's ritualistic sword duels, experienced romantic interludes and, most importantly, become intimately involved with Anthy Himemiya and Akio Ohtori, a brother and sister who share a complicated family history. All these experiences have led Utena to this one self-defining moment. She's met her prince and discovered the secret behind World's End. What will she do next? With her friend Anthy by her side and the sword of Dios in her hand, Utena is poised to fulfill her destiny. She's ready to revolutionize the world. Softcover, 192 pages, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Includes 2 Volumes - Printings may vary - Story and art by by Chiho Saito. The classic manga returns in a deluxe box set! Hardcover editions of Revolutionary Girl Utena and The Adolescence of Utena are included in this two-volume collectors' set with exclusive color pages and poster. Hardcover (2 volumes with slipcase), 6-in. x 9-in., 960 pages (Total), B&W. Cover price $49.99.